Fabricator 1

Position Summary

Fabricators create or prepare parts for other work areas by operating machines such as cut‑off saws, shears, rollers, drill presses, CNC and punching equipment, and hand tools such as grinders, bevel mills, sanders, and drills. Safety is a top priority at all times.

Essential Responsibilities

• Level 1: Follow verbal and written instructions from the Production Supervisor; read and comprehend basic blueprints; safely operate hand tools (grinders, bevel mills, drills, etc.); perform other duties as assigned.
• Level 2: All Level 1 duties plus obtain needed information from print repository and MRP programs; obtain and maintain forklift certification; independently operate at least two fabrication machines (excluding lasers and press brakes).
• Level 3: All Level 2 duties plus read and comprehend advanced blueprints; perform all nut‑weld processes after forming operations; handle all layout‑process duties; check completed jobs for completeness and accuracy; independently operate at least three fabrication machines (excluding lasers and press brakes).
• Level 4: All Level 3 duties plus assist lead or supervisor in maintaining Kanban part levels; contribute to troubleshooting machine operation and assist maintenance with minor repairs; demonstrate high‑level problem solving with engineers to resolve manufacturability issues; independently operate all fabrication machines (excluding lasers and press brakes).

Education and Experience

• Level 1: High school diploma or GED and one year of related experience (or equivalent combination). Experience using blueprints and tape measures highly recommended.
• Level 2: High school diploma or GED and one to two years of related experience (or equivalent combination). Experience using blueprints and tape measures.
• Level 3: High school diploma or GED and three + years of related experience (or equivalent combination). Experience using blueprints and tape measures.
• Level 4: High school diploma or GED and five + years of related experience (or equivalent combination). Experience using blueprints and tape measures.

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; ability to write short simple correspondence.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Abilities

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or blueprint form.

Physical Requirements

The employee is regularly required to stand, frequently required to walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lb. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work area is occasionally near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to wet or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, vibration, and extreme heat. Noise level is usually loud.

Safety Requirements

All employees must wear eye and hearing protection at all times in the manufacturing area. Protective clothing (coveralls or shop jacket) is required unless approved by management. Leather shoes or boots are mandatory; gloves are recommended.

About the Company

Key Technology in Walla Walla, WA is a worldwide leader in food‑processing technology, providing innovations such as continuous processing, sorting, automated inspection, specialized conveying, and grading/sizing for fruits, vegetables, nuts, dried fruit, fresh‑cut produce, and more. The company emphasizes promotion from within, shadowing opportunities, and a beautiful Eastern Washington location close to mountains, deserts, and the Columbia and Snake Rivers.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for internal promotion and shadowing